Fort Worth, TX → Jackson, MS · Regional long-distance move
About 492 road miles heading east. Typical two-bedroom cost $3,120–$4,640, delivery in 1–3 days, 2,811 carriers on the Fort Worth side and 173 in Jackson.
Jackson sits about 492 miles east of Fort Worth, which makes this an interstate relocation from Texas to Mississippi that most movers classify as a regional long-distance move.
At this distance carriers price by shipment weight and mileage rather than by the hour. A two-bedroom home (around 5,000 lb of goods) typically costs $3,120 to $4,640 with a full-service mover, and delivery usually takes 1 to 3 days after pickup because long-haul trucks consolidate several households per trip. Driving it yourself takes about 9 h 11 min.
On the Fort Worth side there are 2,811 household-goods carriers registered with the FMCSA in and around the city (1,207 of them authorized for interstate work), and 173 around Jackson (113 interstate). For an interstate move you can book from either end; movers near the origin handle loading and are usually the better first call, while a destination-side company can be useful if you need storage or delivery-day help in Jackson.
Fort Worth has a population of about 1 million and Jackson about 141,196. Fort Worth is considerably denser (2,646 people per square mile versus 1,376), so expect tighter loading conditions, parking permits or elevator reservations at the origin and easier truck access at the destination. Labor and living costs run lower in Mississippi than in Texas, which tends to make destination-side services such as unpacking or storage cheaper than the same services back home. Note that Mississippi does collect a state income tax, unlike Texas, so factor that into the cost-of-living comparison.
| Home size | Est. weight | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2,000 lb | $1,250 | $1,520 | $1,860 |
| 1 Bedroom | 3,000 lb | $1,870 | $2,280 | $2,780 |
| 2 Bedrooms | 5,000 lb | $3,120 | $3,800 | $4,640 |
| 3 Bedrooms | 8,000 lb | $4,990 | $6,090 | $7,420 |
| 4+ Bedrooms | 11,000 lb | $6,860 | $8,370 | $10,210 |
$810–$1,140
One-way truck for the distance, mileage and fuel included; you load and drive.
$1,460–$2,150
Container delivered, you load, company transports; transit is slower than a mover.
$3,120–$4,640
Two-bedroom reference; crew loads, hauls and unloads.
Distance is pre-filled for Fort Worth, TX → Jackson, MS. Adjust the other options to see your range.
Typical full-service range.
Estimates use market baselines described on the cost guide; your quotes will vary by inventory, access and date.
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Typical full-service estimates for this route are $1,250 to $1,860 for a studio, $1,870 to $2,780 for a one-bedroom, $3,120 to $4,640 for a two-bedroom, $4,990 to $7,420 for a three-bedroom and $6,860 to $10,210 for four or more bedrooms. Packing, storage, stairs and specialty items add to these figures.
About 492 road miles (417 miles in a straight line). Driving without overnight stops takes roughly 9 h 11 min.
Expect a delivery window of 1 to 3 days after pickup. Carriers give a spread rather than a fixed date because long-distance trucks carry several shipments; a dedicated truck or expedited service shortens the window for an extra fee.
Yes. Crossing from Texas into Mississippi makes this an interstate move, so the carrier must hold active FMCSA operating authority (an MC number) in addition to its USDOT number. The company cards on this page flag which carriers are authorized for interstate work.
A one-way rental truck for this distance typically runs $810 to $1,140 including mileage and fuel, and a portable container about $1,460 to $2,150. Both save money versus a full-service crew but you do the loading, and container transit can take longer than a mover's delivery window.
Rates are highest in summer and around the last days of any month, when demand peaks. Mid-month, mid-week and winter dates are usually quoted below the standard rate. Booking four to eight weeks ahead gives you the widest choice of carriers on the Fort Worth–Jackson corridor.